Up Close and Personal (7 photos)

These egrets are even bolder than seagulls – ready to snatch the next catch right off of a fishing pole. Not in the least bit bothered by the humans on the pier!

Shot on Sanibel Island, Florida May 2016

Snowy Egret displaying his long legsDon’t want to get too close to that beak. Good for stealing fish!I like the soft colours in the background of this shot. Just enough contrast for the egret to stand out nicely!Keeping a sharp eye on those fishing rodsBlink! I find these “third eyelids” so intriguing.Double TroubleGreat egret at the ready